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S311 ONK

1998 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

37,338 mi
Last recorded37,338 miles
Recorded on21 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thunderace26,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS311 ONK
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2022 37,338 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 32,375 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Apr 2021 32,368 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated BRAKE AREA CONTAMINATED. (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 32,095 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 32,076 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 31,777 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 31,011 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 30,710 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 30,455 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 30,042 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 30,028 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Aug 2013 29,749 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 28,665 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 28,651 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 24,137 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front brake binding

Fail 8 Jun 2011 24,137 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front brake binding

Fail 18 Mar 2011 24,031 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front brake binding slightly

rear brake binding slightly

silencer loose

Pass 26 Feb 2008 23,847 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 21,864 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Thunderace?

Based on 2,478 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
214
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
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S311 ONK is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 26,038 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Thunderace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S311 ONK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Thunderace typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S311 ONK is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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